As we step into our 75th year, The Geelong Chorale extends our warmest wishes to all our followers for a happy, healthy, and harmonious New Year. This milestone is not only a celebration of the years we’ve spent making music together but also an opportunity to reflect on our rich and diverse history.
The roots of The Geelong Chorale stretch back to the late 19th century, with the establishment of the Geelong Choral Society in the 1890s. In the 1950s, under the leadership of George Logie-Smith OBE, who conducted both The GAMA Orchestra and The Geelong Choral Society, a smaller auditioned madrigal group was formed—The Geelong Madrigal Choir. This ensemble focused on performing madrigals and other works suited to a more intimate setting.
In the 1960s, the choir adopted the name The GAMA Singers to better reflect its association with GAMA and its expanding repertoire. In the 1990s, the choir embraced its current identity—The Geelong Chorale—signifying the broader and more diverse nature of our musical journey.
As we celebrate this significant anniversary, we would love to connect with you, our loyal community, by sharing more of the stories and passions that have shaped our choir over the years. If you have any anecdotes, memories, or historical insights to share, we would be honoured to include them as part of our ongoing narrative.
Please feel free to send us a private message with any stories or information you’d like to contribute. Together, we can celebrate the enduring spirit of The Geelong Chorale and its many years of musical passion.
We will update you with our superb 2025 concert series shortly.
